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KCF0107
02/16/21 3:35:09 AM
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Board 8 National Football League League (B8NFLL) just wrapped up its 14th season where the Columbus Pioneers defeated the Dallas Cowboys in the Super Bowl. That means its time for new blood or old blood returning to be able to get in on the action for Season 15. Signups will last until late March or early April, so there's no rush.

What is this?
B8NFLL is a simulation league using Madden 06s franchise mode where users build rosters while managing the salary cap to have fun and/or accomplish something over the course of multiple seasons (no hard figure, but the game can't exceed around 30 seasons)

What do we do in a season?
Here is an oversimplified breakdown of what we do each season:
1. Offseason
- Ownership changes <---- We are here
- Player retirements
- Restricted free agents
- Unrestricted free agents
- NFL Draft + signing draft picks
- Free agency
2. Preseason
3. Regular Season
4. Postseason

The beginning of the offseason is the only time that I can change ownership of teams, and I personally think that it makes most sense to end the season with the playoffs, so this is where we begin. The majority of your work in this league will be in the offseason. The pre, regular, and postseason are basically seeing the fruits of your labor and making any adjustments that you see fit. You can ask questions now if you have any about the offseason events, but I go over them in full detail when the time comes.

This is the kind of project where you can be as active or inactive as you want. I of course like to see it when people put in a lot of effort, but I totally understand that people have different lives and schedules that might affect the amount of time they are able to put into this. We've had a wide variety of successful levels for those active and inactive. We've even had users who literally did nothing all season who went on to win Super Bowls or make it far into the playoffs. If you are interested in joining this but are hesitant based on your availability, let me assuage some possible concerns. I end up doing like 95% of the work on this project, and I give users plenty of time to do their tasks. A large number of offseason segments I give users at least a week to complete. Should you idle during any of those segments, I have very forgiving rules in place. Your team will not be screwed over if you ever forget to do something.

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KCF0107
02/16/21 3:35:30 AM
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In the OP of every topic we have, there are four links you will see. They are as follows:

1. Hub Spreadsheet
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10gIP0JkVqOaoUc4aQX_NyDM8dB31FOPm_dUx6DVTWPk/edit?usp=sharing

This is where you will find all pertinent information on the current state of the league. In it you will find several sheets, most of which should be self-explanatory if you understand the NFL. You might want to look at to get familiar with it and if your choice of team depends on its roster and not fandom. If your choice of team does depend on the roster it unfortunately is not fully accurate.

Due to the amount of time it would take to update each time players' ratings change, ratings for all teams are reflected based on what they were entering the preseason unless a player was signed or traded after it. Also, the team financial sheet which gives you contract info and ages for all your players are only shown for user teams based on how much time and effort it takes to work on it. Do not hesitate to ask me any questions regarding any teams you might be interested in taking over.

2. Word Doc
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RVeEIyjqIiEkS0VYvbsI02dWMDXyOgdVQAgThNJyIfc/edit?usp=sharing

This was re-worked, but it still a very wordy 14-ish pages worth of info that should be helpful to understand how B8NFLL works within Madden 06. I wouldn't say it is essential and it doesn't cover everything, but I think it covers most of the important stuff and might answer many of the questions you have.

3. Wiki Page
http://board8.wikia.com/wiki/Board_8_National_Football_League_League

This is starting to get ridiculously long and may prompt me to move it elsewhere as I can't seem to make new articles on the B8 Wiki, but the basic history (such as who was in charge of what team each season, final regular season records, playoff results, award winners, and end-of-season stat leaders) of every season of B8NFLL is on record here.

4. Previous Topic
https://gamefaqs.gamespot.com/boards/8-gamefaqs-contests/79099207

That topic covers the entirety of the regular and postseason, so you can check it out at your convenience to see how everything during that span is presented. We are also part of the B8 Discord and can be found in the B8NFLL sub-channel under Sports.

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KCF0107
02/16/21 3:37:53 AM
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Here are the 32 teams in the league by division. I have made notes for any team that has relocated since this started. A team in bold is one that is occupied by a user who will be coming back in season 15. A team in italics is one that is currently occupied by a user who has yet to inform me of their plans for season 15. A team that is neither bolded nor italicized is open (you can also tell because there's no username to the right of them) for the taking. If an italicized team is the one you want the most, you can sign up for X open team with the stipulation that you would like to change to Y team if their incumbent user does not return.

AFC West
Denver Broncos
Kansas City Chiefs - Ranlom
Oakland Raiders - Bloodychess
Portland Express (formerly Washington Hawks and San Diego Chargers)

AFC East
Buffalo Bills - stevr
Miami Dolphins
New England Patriots (formerly Birmingham Cougars and New England Patriots) - Jukkie
New York Jets

AFC North
Baltimore Ravens
Cincinnati Bengals - Muffinz
Mexico City (formerly Cleveland) Browns - VI
Pittsburgh Steelers - Shattered

AFC South
Columbus Pioneers (formerly Houston Texans)
Indianapolis Colts - mccheyne
Jacksonville Jaguars - Sultan
Tennessee Titans - Socko

NFC West
San Francisco 49ers - Scare
Seattle Seahawks
St. Louis Rams
Toronto Wildcats (formerly Arizona Cardinals) - prof

NFC East
Dallas Cowboys
New York Giants - Eddv
Philadelphia Eagles (formerly Las Vegas Pumpkins and Phildelphia Eagles) - Pennywise
Washington Redskins - Wiz

NFC North
Chicago (formerly Los Angeles, Richmond, and Chicago) Bears - Stan
Detroit Lions - Nee
Green Bay Packers - Tangicide
Minnesota Vikings

NFC South
San Juan Orcas (formerly Anaheim Lightning and New Orleans Saints)
Atlanta Falcons - MMX
Carolina Panthers - Emerald
Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Chris

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Steiner
02/16/21 3:49:11 AM
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every time you post this i think it's going to be a contest of what is the best project on b8

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KCF0107
02/16/21 3:57:48 AM
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Former Super Bowl Champions

The Dallas Cowboys have been the league's most talented team for half of the league's existence. However, I institute a limitation on collective annual player expenses (called a salary cap) that is lower than what the game gives, and taking over the Cowboys would mean you would have your work cut out for you getting them under the salary cap. You would still end up with a Super Bowl-caliber team, but it is starting to get top-heavy.

The Miami Dolphins have an almost equally-talented team than the Cowboys, and they too have financial issues related to the cap that would require some work but not to the same level as the Cowboys. Like the Cowboys, you would still end up with a team that would be among the Super Bowl favorites given their depth and balance.

The Denver Broncos are uber-talented on defense, but the offense could use some help in the form of depth, and have a small issue with the salary cap.

The Minnesota Vikings have a balanced talent level similar to the Dolphins, but they are in much better financial health, and had among the most cap space in the league.

The reigning champion Columbus Pioneers are easily the least talented of the bunch, but the defense has had a major turnaround the past two seasons, and while overall the offense has been playing at a high level, injuries and talent issues show that this is far from a consistent, sustainable unit. They are in excellent financial health for the time being.

Perennial Playoff Teams

The St. Louis Rams have made the playoffs 11 times in 14 seasons, the second most in the league. They are in decent financial health and have a nice mix of veterans and youth. The defense has been one of the league's best, and the offense has had some turnaround of late. The OL is getting very old though.

The Baltimore Ravens have won the AFC North and finished 10-6 in four straight seasons, but they have some talent issues at various positions. Every team in the division has nipped at their heels during this run of theirs, so they would need to navigate the offseason well enough with their annual salary cap issues.

The Portland Express have gone 31-17 the past three seasons with three playoff wins, and their team has gotten quite a bit younger, especially on defense, and is overall on the rise. They too have been in great financial health, so if you want a non-powerhouse that has a high floor but plenty of room to grow, this might be the best option.

Playoff Caliber

The New York Jets are coming off of three straight losing seasons, but the underlying stats peg them as arguably the league's unluckiest team having suffered among the most injuries and games lost due to injuries but still proceeding to finish above average or better in most major team categories. They will have another Top 10 pick this draft, so they could be ready to break out next season.

Work In Progress

The offense of the Seattle Seahawks can be elite, but injuries to their top two QBs and an ineffective running game for the first half of the season really hurt their rankings. However, the defense probably needs a reboot. It just hasn't been playing up to its talent level, and most of the starters are in their 30s. You can probably be competitive in the short term because of the offense, but the defense will likely take multiple seasons to get it together.

The San Juan Orcas play in the league's worst division, but they haven't made the playoffs since S2. They've been a Jekyll and Hyde team in alternating having a great offense/defense while the other among the league's worst. However, these past two seasons have shown that the defense, while aging, is the identity of this team because that offense was downright putrid after starting five different QBs last season. That is unacceptable with the OL that they have. A new QB/HB combo will be necessary for them to take the step forward that I have long been anticipating from them.

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KCF0107
02/16/21 3:58:38 AM
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Steiner posted...
every time you post this i think it's going to be a contest of what is the best project on b8
There's no need, it is clearly this.

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Maniac64
02/16/21 11:21:21 AM
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Every time I'm tempted to rejoin.

Then I remember that I dont have time and you would end up just making all the decisions for me or the team just wouldnt do any trading Free Agents etc.

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KCF0107
02/16/21 9:45:16 PM
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Well, you still have over a month to change your mind!

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Jukkie
02/16/21 10:36:53 PM
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Join this, seriously. It doesn't take a ton of your time. KCF is crazy generous with his time, and its very fun.

DO IT.

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KCF0107
02/17/21 1:46:08 PM
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Bump

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ViolentAbacus
02/17/21 1:51:27 PM
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If I knew anything about Football I'd join. But anyways, looks cool and like you've put a ton of effort! Hope it goes well this year.

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KCF0107
02/18/21 12:19:49 PM
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Bump

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Eddv
02/18/21 12:31:59 PM
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ViolentAbacus posted...
If I knew anything about Football I'd join. But anyways, looks cool and like you've put a ton of effort! Hope it goes well this year.

Not a bad thing.

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ShatteredElysium
02/18/21 1:01:23 PM
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My best drafts came when I didn't know what I was doing!
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ViolentAbacus
02/19/21 12:56:12 PM
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Heck, I'll sign up I guess. I won't know anything I'll be doing, but it'll be a fun experience at least!

If I can choose a team, I guess I'll take the Jets.


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KCF0107
02/20/21 9:55:03 PM
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AFC West
Denver Broncos
Kansas City Chiefs - Ranlom
Oakland Raiders - Bloodychess
Portland Express (formerly Washington Hawks and San Diego Chargers)

AFC East
Buffalo Bills - stevr
Miami Dolphins
New England Patriots (formerly Birmingham Cougars and New England Patriots) - Jukkie
New York Jets - Abacus

AFC North
Baltimore Ravens
Cincinnati Bengals - Muffinz
Mexico City (formerly Cleveland) Browns - VI
Pittsburgh Steelers - Shattered

AFC South
Columbus Pioneers (formerly Houston Texans)
Indianapolis Colts - mccheyne
Jacksonville Jaguars - Sultan
Tennessee Titans - Socko

NFC West
San Francisco 49ers - Scare
Seattle Seahawks
St. Louis Rams
Toronto Wildcats (formerly Arizona Cardinals) - prof

NFC East
Dallas Cowboys
New York Giants - Eddv
Philadelphia Eagles (formerly Las Vegas Pumpkins and Phildelphia Eagles) - Pennywise
Washington Redskins - Wiz

NFC North
Chicago (formerly Los Angeles, Richmond, and Chicago) Bears - Stan
Detroit Lions - Nee
Green Bay Packers - Tangicide
Minnesota Vikings

NFC South
San Juan Orcas (formerly Anaheim Lightning and New Orleans Saints)
Atlanta Falcons - MMX
Carolina Panthers - Emerald
Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Chris

Note to self: remember to send a stat PM with some explanations to Abacus

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KCF0107
02/22/21 3:20:43 AM
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Bump

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KCF0107
02/23/21 8:29:54 PM
#18:


Bump

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KCF0107
02/25/21 12:59:48 PM
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Bump

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Emeraldegg
02/25/21 1:15:05 PM
#20:


I will return to the Panthers
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KCF0107
02/28/21 12:13:26 AM
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Bump

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KCF0107
03/03/21 12:02:59 PM
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Bump

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KCF0107
03/05/21 1:05:00 PM
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Bump

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ViolentAbacus
03/08/21 10:21:30 AM
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ShatteredElysium
03/08/21 2:52:24 PM
#25:


More people sign up so we can start the season sooner so I can ruin my chances quicker!
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Wizardsfan1000
03/10/21 1:31:43 AM
#26:


Returning

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KCF0107
03/10/21 1:52:50 AM
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AFC West
Denver Broncos
Kansas City Chiefs - Ranlom
Oakland Raiders - Bloodychess
Portland Express (formerly Washington Hawks and San Diego Chargers)

AFC East
Buffalo Bills - stevr
Miami Dolphins
New England Patriots (formerly Birmingham Cougars and New England Patriots) - Jukkie
New York Jets - Abacus

AFC North
Baltimore Ravens
Cincinnati Bengals - Muffinz
Mexico City (formerly Cleveland) Browns - VI
Pittsburgh Steelers - Shattered

AFC South
Columbus Pioneers (formerly Houston Texans)
Indianapolis Colts - mccheyne
Jacksonville Jaguars - Sultan
Tennessee Titans - Socko

NFC West
San Francisco 49ers - Scare
Seattle Seahawks
St. Louis Rams
Toronto Wildcats (formerly Arizona Cardinals) - prof

NFC East
Dallas Cowboys
New York Giants - Eddv
Philadelphia Eagles (formerly Las Vegas Pumpkins and Phildelphia Eagles) - Pennywise
Washington Redskins - Wiz

NFC North
Chicago (formerly Los Angeles, Richmond, and Chicago) Bears - Stan
Detroit Lions - Nee
Green Bay Packers - Tangicide
Minnesota Vikings

NFC South
San Juan Orcas (formerly Anaheim Lightning and New Orleans Saints)
Atlanta Falcons - MMX
Carolina Panthers - Emerald
Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Chris

Note to self: remember to send a stat PM with some explanations to Abacus

Note to self: pick a new team

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KCF0107
03/13/21 2:14:10 AM
#28:


bump

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Ranlom
03/14/21 3:33:07 AM
#29:


Sign up today and I'll give you my season 30 first round pick!

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PrestonWheee
03/14/21 1:48:54 PM
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I came expecting this topic to be "Board 8's Best Project" like the best user made project we've done.

All I get is some Football simulation topic that Megamanx is already doing, that gets no attention whatsoever. Sigh.
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PrestonWheee
03/14/21 1:49:49 PM
#31:


I'll take Seattle Seahawks because I like the team's colors. :)
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KCF0107
03/17/21 2:59:12 AM
#32:


bump

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KCF0107
03/19/21 2:25:09 PM
#33:


Bump

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KCF0107
03/23/21 2:48:01 AM
#34:


Signups will tentatively end on Wednesday, March 31st

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KCF0107
03/26/21 12:40:56 AM
#35:


Time is winding down

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TheKnightOfNee
03/27/21 8:58:34 PM
#36:


sign me up for another season

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KCF0107
03/28/21 12:05:04 AM
#37:


AFC West
Denver Broncos
Kansas City Chiefs - Ranlom
Oakland Raiders - Bloodychess
Portland Express (formerly Washington Hawks and San Diego Chargers)

AFC East
Buffalo Bills - stevr
Miami Dolphins
New England Patriots (formerly Birmingham Cougars and New England Patriots) - Jukkie
New York Jets - Abacus

AFC North
Baltimore Ravens
Cincinnati Bengals - Muffinz
Mexico City (formerly Cleveland) Browns - VI
Pittsburgh Steelers - Shattered

AFC South
Columbus Pioneers (formerly Houston Texans)
Indianapolis Colts - mccheyne
Jacksonville Jaguars - Sultan
Tennessee Titans - Socko

NFC West
San Francisco 49ers - Scare
Seattle Seahawks
St. Louis Rams
Toronto Wildcats (formerly Arizona Cardinals) - prof

NFC East
Dallas Cowboys
New York Giants - Eddv
Philadelphia Eagles (formerly Las Vegas Pumpkins and Phildelphia Eagles) - Pennywise
Washington Redskins - Wiz

NFC North
Chicago (formerly Los Angeles, Richmond, and Chicago) Bears - Stan
Detroit Lions - Nee
Green Bay Packers - Tangicide
Minnesota Vikings

NFC South
San Juan Orcas (formerly Anaheim Lightning and New Orleans Saints)
Atlanta Falcons - MMX
Carolina Panthers - Emerald
Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Chris

Preston's account was banned

Note to self: remember to send a stat PM with some explanations to Abacus

Note to self: pick a new team

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ShatteredElysium
03/29/21 5:20:21 PM
#38:


Bump. Time is ticking down people!
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KCF0107
03/30/21 7:12:59 PM
#39:


Getting closer to the deadline

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KCF0107
03/31/21 3:40:26 PM
#40:


The final day

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KCF0107
04/01/21 7:03:27 PM
#41:


Even though it is past the deadline, I won't turn away anyone who signs up in the next hour or so.

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